About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is searching for a sense of purpose or questioning how one young person can impact a large-scale social issue. It is a powerful choice for middle schoolers who are beginning to navigate their own independence and want to understand the complexities of global history beyond their own borders. The story follows thirteen-year-old Lora as she leaves her comfortable Havana home to join the 1961 Cuban Literacy Campaign. Moving from the city to the rugged mountains, she faces physical hardship, the threat of counterrevolutionary violence, and the emotional challenge of bridge-building across social classes. It is a sophisticated but accessible look at empathy, courage, and the transformative power of education. Parents will appreciate how it balances historical reality with a hopeful message about human connection and the right to learn.
